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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

S791 DKNMOT history

S791 DKN is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2021 and it has passed 3 of 5 MOT tests, with 68,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2021.

S791 DKN red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2021
Mileage
68,183 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2021
MOT tests
5
3 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S791 DKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

S791 DKN was last recorded at 68,183 miles on 28 Oct 2021, 8,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,061 miles · 21 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
8,122 miles
Average per year
3,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 68,183 miles
  • 2020 – 60,061 miles
  • 2019 – 58,085 miles
  • 2018 – 57,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail68,183 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEmissions not tested due to car over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

5 tests since 26 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail68,183 miles (+8,122)4 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,183 miles
    Test number
    545546246153
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to car over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass60,061 miles (+1,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,061 miles
    Test number
    487822477126
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,085 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,085 miles
    Test number
    865932743292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail58,082 miles (+315)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,082 miles
    Test number
    585761861250
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass57,767 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,767 miles
    Test number
    642243519161
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Questions about S791 DKN

Does S791 DKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S791 DKN expired on 20 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S791 DKN?
The MOT on S791 DKN expired on 20 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S791 DKN done?
S791 DKN was recorded at 68,183 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2021, an average of 3,373 miles a year.
Has S791 DKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S791 DKN has failed 2 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S791 DKN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S791 DKN find?
S791 DKN failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2021 with 4 dangerous defects and 6 major defects: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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